Replacing guide

[Nstd]

Missing the guide on my Phenix XG1 crankbait rod. It's the one before the tip. 

 

Does anyone know the size and a good brand replacement? I know phenix uses essex sic but I heard they are exclusive to them. 

 

Tried contacting phenix and no reply.

 

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Size 6 is the most common running guide but that pic looks more like an 8. Look at some of the rod building sites for a match. Mudhole, get bit, Jann's 

[S Hovanec]

That's a mighty big guide to be that far out on a rod!

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

I've rewrapped several rods replacing the all double foot guides with smaller singles and the difference is amazing. 

[Nstd]

  On 5/25/2016 at 2:28 AM, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

I've rewrapped several rods replacing the all double foot guides with smaller singles and the difference is amazing. 

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Do you know the reason?

 

Thanks for the reply everyone

[S Hovanec]

  On 5/26/2016 at 5:00 PM, Nstd said:

Do you know the reason?

 

 

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Significant weight reduction where it matters........the top 1/3 of the rod.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

  On 5/26/2016 at 5:00 PM, Nstd said:

Do you know the reason?

 

Thanks for the reply everyone

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Yes it's the reduced weight. Better balance , crisper feel and more sensitive.